Notice of Intent to Sole Source – Speaking Engagement with Anne Applebaum

The College of Charleston intends to procure a one‑time speaking engagement with Anne Applebaum, a renowned historian and essayist, through a sole‑source award to Chartwell Speakers Ireland Limited. The engagement is valued at $70,035 and will be executed under South Carolina procurement law §11‑35‑1560. The agency has provided its procurement manager’s contact information for any inquiries. This contract exemplifies a direct acquisition of professional speaking services without competition. • Sole‑source procurement under SC Code §11‑35‑1560 • Vendor: Chartwell Speakers Ireland Limited (no contact details disclosed) • Contract value: $70,035 for a single speaking engagement